2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
Because 2012 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | C5 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
